5/5 Stars: ‘Orange’ (Book #1 of ‘Orange: The Complete Collection’) by Ichigo Takano.
→ Age Range: Young Adult.
→ Genre: Contemporary Manga, Sci-fi Romance.
→ Trigger Warnings: Attempted Suicide, Depression, Grief.

In-depth Rating:
→ Plot: ★★★★★
→ Character Development: ★★★★★
→ Setting: ★★★★★
→ Entertainment Level: ★★★★★
→ Writing: ★★★★★

General Comments: It tackles the subject matter with admirable sensitivity; neither sensationalising nor trivialises the struggles of the characters, but rather empathises with them. It frames the whole narrative of ‘love’, not only as basic romantic attraction, but as a community undertaking to up-lift a friend. The heart-warming moments do a wonderful job in portraying a realistic friend group united with a purpose.

Favourite Quote: ‘Maybe it’s impossible to live life without any regrets. Even when you know the future you’ll still mess up.’

Time Read: One Day.
→ Audiobook: No.
→ Audiobook Narrator: -